The CHIditarod Foundation seeks to alleviate hunger and solve the root causes of hunger through creativity, engagement and direct action.
Donor Name: CHIditarod Foundation
State: Illinois
County: Selected Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 06/30/2025
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Foundation accomplish these goals by creating unique, creative, participatory events that raise funds (like CHIditarod!), and providing grants to local 501(c)(3) organizations that share the hunger-fighting mission.
- Solve food insecurity challenges in metropolitan Chicago.
- Create and host charitable events that are unique, participatory and inspiring.
- Grant funds to other charitable organizations in line with the mission and tax-exempt status.
The CHIditarod is offering two distinct funding opportunities this year:
- The CHIditarod Program Development Grant, and
- The CHIditarod Infrastructure Investment Grant.
Eligibility Requirements
Operates programs focusing on:
- Innovative educational opportunities
- Building partnerships with other organizations and policy-relevant leaders engaged in local issues
- Health nutrition or creative work on some aspect of food
- Innovation to address challenges to food access and availability
- Is recognized by the IRS as 501(c)(3) organization, or has a written agreement of fiscal sponsorship from a 501(c)(3) organization
- Operates in Northern Illinois
- Is in good standing with the Illinois Secretary of State
- Is registered with the Illinois Attorney General.
For more information, visit CHIditarod Foundation.
